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Ancient & Medieval Literature - The Difficulty of Being Good: On the Subtle Art of Dharma

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Book Synopsis: Why should we be good? How should we be good? And how might we more deeply understand the moral and ethical failings—splashed across today’s headlines—that have not only destroyed individual lives but caused widespread calamity as well, bringing communities, nations, and indeed the global economy to the brink of collapse? In The Difficulty of Being Good, Gurcharan Das seeks answers to these questions in an unlikely source: the 2,000 year-old Sanskrit epic, Mahabharata. A sprawling, witty, ironic, and delightful poem, the Mahabharata is obsessed with the elusive notion of dharma—in essence, doing the right thing. When a hero does something wrong in a Greek epic, he wastes little time on self-reflection; when a hero falters in the Mahabharata, the action stops and everyone weighs in with a different and often contradictory take on dharma. Each major character in the epic embodies a significant moral failing or virtue, and their struggles mirror with uncanny precision our own familiar emotions of anxiety, courage, despair, remorse, envy, compassion, vengefulness, and duty. Das explores the Mahabharata from many perspectives and compares the successes and failures of the poem's characters to those of contemporary individuals, many of them highly visible players in the world of economics, business, and politics. In every case, he finds striking parallels that carry lessons for everyone faced with ethical and moral dilemmas in today’s complex world. Written with the flair and seemingly effortless erudition that have made Gurcharan Das a bestselling author around the world—and enlivened by Das’s forthright discussion of his own personal search for a more meaningful life—The Difficulty of Being Good shines the light of an ancient poem on the most challenging moral ambiguities of modern life.

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In today's complex world, ethical dilemmas abound all around us. The headlines are filled with stories of moral and ethical failings that have devastating consequences, not only for individuals but also for communities and nations. But how can we navigate through this chaos and strive to be good? Gurcharan Das offers a unique and insightful perspective on this timeless question in his book, The Difficulty of Being Good: On the Subtle Art of Dharma.

Das takes inspiration from the ancient Sanskrit epic, Mahabharata, a poetic masterpiece that delves into the concept of dharma, or doing the right thing. In this sprawling and captivating narrative, the characters grapple with their own moral failings and virtues, mirroring the emotional struggles we face today - anxiety, courage, despair, and more.

By juxtaposing the experiences of the Mahabharata characters with those of contemporary individuals, including prominent figures in the worlds of economics, business, and politics, Das uncovers profound lessons that resonate with our modern lives. The parallels he draws between ancient wisdom and present-day ethical challenges offer invaluable insights for anyone grappling with moral dilemmas in today's complicated world.

Written with the compelling and erudite style that has garnered Gurcharan Das international acclaim, The Difficulty of Being Good is an illuminating exploration of the moral ambiguities we face every day. Das's personal anecdotes and reflections on his own quest for a more meaningful life add a relatable and heartfelt touch to this thought-provoking book. Prepare to be enlightened as Das sheds light on the subtle art of being good in a world filled with obstacles.

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